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There, you can put in your semester and class code to find out exactly what book you will need for the class. Waiting until the first day of class is a financially good idea, as some professors will not even require you to buy the book.

It's also a good idea to check other resources, such as half.com, to find the best price on a book. I was able to pick up a book and solution manual for $60 total, whereas the UCF book store wants around $160 for used copies!

Check out bookstores in the area. Textbooksolutions.com shows you their price, half.com's price, and amazon. And you put in your schedule just like the book store. But the book store is a rip off. Get them for much cheaper elsewhere.

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